October 13th, 2020 6minute read Dont fire until you see the whites of their eyes! June 17, 1775. The Battle of Bunker Hill. With that one shot, Simpson opened the Battle of Bunker Hill and cemented his place in history. When the battle ended, the British had taken the ground previously held by the Americans. In that sense, they were victorious, despite suffering more than double the casualties of the Americans....
Little did I know how much knowledge and skill goes into such feats. That is, until now. Aiding me in this journey is my trusted Vortex Razor HD Gen2 3-1850 with a Spuhr ISMS scope mount. The tools of the trade — anM1A Loaded Precisionand Black Hills Gold 147-gr.ELD-M ammo. To eliminate as many ballistic variables as possible, I chose Black Hills Gold 147-gr. ELD-M as my precision ammo of choice....
Knives are generally broken down into two main categories: fixed blades and folding knives. However, its not always the easiest to carry. By contrast, a traditional folding knife makes for a more-compact and easy-to-carry-and-conceal option. At a glance, the Bear OPS 500-series from Bear & Sun Cutlery looks like a regular folding knife. The choice for the right tool for your needs might not have an obvious answer. And thats exactly what an automatic folding knife is designed to accomplish!...
But Ill admit, Ive always been cautious on doing the latter with my pistol. Dont get me wrong. Ive seen some very cool custom guns, and I always like everyone elses painted guns. However, Ive always feared I would hate it once I did it to my gun. It also does a great job of adding an extra layer of protection on your gun from rust. Well, that doesnt happen nearly as easily on Cerakote....
These include different length barrels as well as standalone launchers and underbarrel-mounted launchers. I recently picked up one of the latter for review, the Tac-D Pivot 37mm. First up, lets explain exactly what a 37mm launcher is. Its weight is 2 lbs., 3 oz. Another option is to upgrade to the standalone unit for an additional $120. This gets you a pistol grip as well as a buffer tube and shoulder stock....
Additionally, if youre planning on mounting an optic, they can serve nicely as a back-up. Lets boil the process down to its most basic start big, close and stable. Start Big Ive been in situations where the targets on hand were the opposite of big. Most often, its been a sheet of paper with a dot from a marker. This is not the best-case scenario. I prefer a big, fresh target when Im sighting in....
Not so many years ago, I would have reacted the same way. The United States was the only combatant nation to use a semi-auto battle rifle on widespread basis. So how did we pick up the slack? Many American units had an assortment of M1 and M1903 rifles, like these men of the 32nd Infantry Division arriving in Australia during November 1943. Image: NARA The answer: thevenerable M1903 Springfield rifle....
October 5th, 2020 6minute read Refinements and features over the last 50 years have re-made rifle scopes. Fully Multi-Coated Lenses:Youll want em! Reflection and refraction can pilfer four percent of light from each uncoated lens surface in a scope! Magnesium fluoride coating mitigated that loss in the 1930s. Now, multiple compounds pass a spectrum of wavelengths. Fully meansalllenses, inside and out. You cant tell by looking, but coatings impart color: straw to green and purple....
To ensure you get the correct hinge for your cabinets, learn about the main types here. Cabinet Hinge Types 1. They are easy to install and could be fitted without difficulty by anyone who owns a screwdriver. These hinges are fairly inexpensive and should be easy to find in the hardware section of any home store. Upon seeing this hinge, you will quickly figure out how it works. It is also easier and typically takes less time to install than a butt hinge....
A number of factors have played into that whole supply and demand equation of the firearms world. Current issues of crime and unrest certainly has people on edge. Right For You? Will you be truly prepared when you face an immediate, deadly threat? Image: Shutterstock/fasphotographic Purchasing a firearm for personal defense requires a great deal of thought and reflection. Ask yourself in exactly what context the firearm will be used....
As someone who works with guns for a living, I go through my fair share of ammo. How much ammo is enough? This isnt just one question there are two parts to this. Do you have enough ammo to feed your favorite firearm, like this XD-M Elite Tactical OSP? Every Day Carry? If you carry a mag-fed pistol concealed or open Id say the minimum is two magazines. Your mag may hold just seven rounds....
If you ever decide to take the road less traveled, a dirt bike will make all the difference. You see, when the ancient spirit of adventure calls, you never know where shell lead you. View in gallery Electric powertrains are a thing now, and dirt bikes have not been left behind. Imagine instant acceleration, smooth power delivery, a quieter ride, and zero emissions! Everyone who has tried an electric dirt bike will tell you that it is as good as it sounds....
However, this 4.25 Ronin just felt right to me. Maybe its because traditionally thats the caliber a 1911 is, maybe I just enjoyed the heftier recoil. This gun, like the 5 9mm I got to shoot, is very accurate. The pistol has all the features youd want on a 1911, but without a high price tag. I could see this version of the Ronin being a very viable carry option....
